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Santander: 123 Current Account (discontinued) reviews

4.16
Based on 1,265 reviews, last reviewed 26th Jan 2026
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Latest highest rating:

5

Good interest rate for credit balances and is accept... Good interest rate for credit balances and is accepted abroad Reviewed on: 26th January 2026
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Latest lowest rating:

2

Loved the 123 account why did it go? Had a 123 account loved it, then Santander changed it to basic, whilst trying to get me to upgrade to a edge account which would cost me money most mo... Read more Reviewed on: 25th January 2026
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The Santander 1|2|3 Current Account is no longer available to new customers.

Santander 123 Current Account (discontinued) reviews (1265)

Review of the Santander, 123 Current Account (discontinued):

I love love love online mobile banking

5
I love love love online mobile banking Reviewed on: 9th June 2024

Easy to reach customer service, good products

5
Does what it says on the tin. Maybe not as advanced in terms of features that new banks like Monzo have, but it's a solid bank account you can trust. Reviewed on: 15th February 2023

Great bank

5
I have a 123 student account and love the benefits it has. The zero interest overdraft is great for emergencies. I was also give a free railcard and I use it so much and have saved a lot. Reviewed on: 14th February 2023

when it's best

5
very good if the cash back works for you. particularly santander products. not so good anymore otherwise Reviewed on: 13th February 2023

Great bank - very good service

5
Easy to use banking - usually via there app - very good customer service. Reviewed on: 12th February 2023

Great earnings

5
Best current account, good interest rates if in credit, plus cashback on utility bills. Reviewed on: 9th February 2023

Great easy site

5
Good personal backup when the occasional issue occurs Reviewed on: 9th February 2023

Santander 123 Current

3
App is clear and easy-to-use. App chat generally quick but only deals with basic issues. Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Everyday Santander User

5
I use Santander every day as my go to bank and I have for years. I have always been satisfied with them Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Money back

4
Nice bit of money back of bills reasonable high street bank rate Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

Current account

5
I’ve had the same current account since I was 12 and I am now in my mid twenties and I would never look to change banks. They have been so helpful and the staff in stores go above and beyond Reviewed on: 8th February 2023

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